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260 children attend the most unusual kindergarten on Issyk-Kul

In Karakol, located in the Issyk-Kul region, there is a historic building that has turned 120 years old. This structure, known as the house of notary I.P. Pyankov, is currently used by a preschool educational institution. The head of the kindergarten, Altynkul Tyumenbaeva, noted that this academic year, 260 children will be accepted into the institution. As part of the grant, work is planned for the repair of the gates, fence, and playground, as well as the construction of a coal storage

29.10.2025, 10:39
Local news

Whooping cough in Kyrgyzstan. Over the past 10 years, three outbreaks have been recorded, the latest being the most severe.

A study conducted in Kyrgyzstan analyzed the incidence of whooping cough among children under 14 years old from 2014 to 2024. The results of the work by M. K. Uralieva and K. A. Nogoybaeva were published in the journal "Healthcare of Kyrgyzstan." The authors note that despite successful vaccination campaigns, outbreaks of whooping cough are observed worldwide, and Kyrgyzstan is no exception. Over the past three years, the incidence of whooping cough in the country has increased,

29.10.2025, 10:18
E-commerce has become a driver of small and medium-sized businesses in Kyrgyzstan
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E-commerce has become a driver of small and medium-sized businesses in Kyrgyzstan

In Kyrgyzstan, electronic commerce is rapidly gaining popularity, accounting for more than 14% of the country's total retail turnover. This was stated by Aibek Kurentkeyev, president of the Association of Electronic Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic, on the air of Birinchi Radio. According to him, the volume of electronic trade in the country at the end of last year amounted to approximately 428 million dollars. This year, a growth of 15% is expected, which means at least about 525 million

29.10.2025, 10:17
Israel Strikes Gaza, Blaming Hamas for Ceasefire Violation
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Israel Strikes Gaza, Blaming Hamas for Ceasefire Violation

Illustrative photo The statement from Netanyahu's office says that after security consultations, the prime minister instructed the army to immediately carry out powerful strikes on the Gaza Strip. Shortly after this, information emerged that the city of Gaza was subjected to bombing.

29.10.2025, 10:16
Sports

Wrestlers won 4 medals on the first day of the Youth Asian Games in Bahrain

On the first day of the Youth Asian Games taking place in Bahrain, wrestlers from Kyrgyzstan managed to win four medals. The competitions in freestyle wrestling for boys and girls began on October 28, during which 8 sets of medals were contested. The silver medal in the category up to 45 kg was won by Adilet Mukambetov, who took second place. The bronze medals went to Nurakhmat Sarbaev (up to 51 kg), Asema Torogeldieva (up to 53 kg), and Akylai Chynybayeva (up to 61 kg). The second day of the

29.10.2025, 10:16
News / Education news

In Bishkek, the renovation of the city center for corrective and developmental education and rehabilitation continues

In Bishkek, restoration work is actively underway at the city center for correctional and developmental education and rehabilitation. According to information provided by the Education Department of the mayor's office, Deputy Mayor Victoria Mozgacheva visited the site as part of a scheduled monitoring of the capital repairs. The purpose of her visit was to familiarize herself with the current stages of work and assess their quality.

29.10.2025, 10:14
The dates for the agricultural census in Kyrgyzstan have been postponed.
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The dates for the agricultural census in Kyrgyzstan have been postponed.

The decision to postpone the dates made by the cabinet of ministers is related to the necessity of quality data collection. According to the initial decree, the next agricultural census was supposed to take place in 2025. It should be noted that this event occurs once every ten years and represents a large-scale statistical operation aimed at obtaining reliable information about the state of agriculture in the country.

29.10.2025, 10:05
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Footballers from Kyrgyzstan defeated "Zenit" after trailing 0:2. Video

The Kyrgyzstan national football team began its participation in an international youth tournament taking place in Almaty (Kazakhstan). The tournament, dedicated to the memory of S. Baishakov, started on October 28 and includes teams from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Russia. Kyrgyzstan is represented by the National Football Academy team (U-15).

29.10.2025, 10:04
The largest number of labor migrants in Kazakhstan are from China and Uzbekistan.
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The largest number of labor migrants in Kazakhstan are from China and Uzbekistan.

Illustrative photo As of October 1, there are 14,666 foreign citizens engaged in labor activities in Kazakhstan under permits from local executive bodies. According to information provided by the press service of the Ministry of Labor and Social Protection of the Population, the largest number of labor migrants arrives from China, Uzbekistan, Turkey, and India.

29.10.2025, 10:02
Local news

Reminder of the Fall Break Dates

According to information from the Ministry of Education, the autumn break will start on November 5. Students will complete the first quarter of the academic year on November 4, after which the break will last from November 5 to November 9. Thus, students will have five days off, including the weekends. It is important to note that in the current academic year, due to the introduction of the new Labor Code, the duration of autumn and spring breaks has significantly decreased.

29.10.2025, 09:58
Local news

Snow has fallen in the passes: restrictions for heavy trucks remain in effect

In Kyrgyzstan, there are sharp weather changes at the mountain passes, accompanied by snowfall. As a result, road services are operating around the clock, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Transport and Communications. The state enterprises "Kyrgyzavtozhol-Tushtuk" and "Kyrgyzavtozhol-Tunduk" continue active work on road clearing and the application of a sand-salt mixture to improve the passability of the routes.

29.10.2025, 09:54
Health

Vaccination Against Influenza is Taking Place in Bishkek

Vaccination against influenza has begun in Bishkek, and priority is given to people from at-risk groups. This was reported by Elmira Agalieva, a family doctor, in an interview on "Birinchi Radio." She noted that special rooms for vaccination have been established in family medicine centers.

29.10.2025, 09:54
The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan proposes to introduce mandatory genomic registration for certain citizens
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The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan proposes to introduce mandatory genomic registration for certain citizens

According to Sputnik, the project aims to create a system that will collect and store biometric data, such as digital facial images, fingerprints, and signatures. The Ministry of Internal Affairs believes this will significantly simplify the identification process in cases where citizens find themselves in extreme situations or are unable to provide information about themselves. Furthermore, the agency indicated that the current system of registration at the place of residence does not meet

29.10.2025, 09:48
Economy

Kyrgyzstan Could Transition from a Landlocked Country to a Transit Country, According to an Expert

Igor Golubev, Deputy Head of the Association of International Freight Transport, proposed a new route for cargo transportation from Central Asia to Russia, which will pass through the Caspian Sea. This statement was made at a panel session of the international exhibition KyrgyzTransLogistic 2025. According to him, the route includes the transportation of goods from the port of Turkmenbashi (Turkmenistan) to the port of Astrakhan (Russia), which should significantly improve logistics in the

29.10.2025, 09:48
Local news / Cultural news

An exhibition of Palekh masters will be held at the house-museum of Mikhail Frunze

On November 4, the Memorial House-Museum of M.V. Frunze will host an exhibition titled "Образ М.В. Фрунзе в палехском искусстве" ("The Image of M.V. Frunze in Palekh Art"). According to the press service of the Ministry of Culture, the event will showcase a unique collection of 14 illustrations created by Palekh masters using traditional miniature techniques. Visitors will have the opportunity to view digital copies of these illustrations.

29.10.2025, 09:46
Exclusive

"BRICS IMF 2025 – a platform for international cooperation at the regional level of BRICS+ countries"

From October 29 to 31, 2025, the International Municipal Forum of BRICS will take place in St. Petersburg at the Expoforum Convention and Exhibition Centre. It is expected that the event will gather representatives from over 70 countries and 2,000 cities around the world. Each year, the forum attracts more than 5,000 participants, including Russian and foreign leaders of regions and regional parliaments, mayors of major cities, as well as representatives of large companies and investment funds.

29.10.2025, 09:44
In Kyrgyzstan, the list of types of NGOs required to submit consolidated information to the GNS has been expanded
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In Kyrgyzstan, the list of types of NGOs required to submit consolidated information to the GNS has been expanded

The State Tax Service of the Kyrgyz Republic reminds of the necessity to provide consolidated information about income and expenses for an expanded circle of NGOs. According to the new law "On Amendments to Certain Legislative Acts of the Kyrgyz Republic on Reporting by Certain Non-Profit Organizations," political parties, trade unions, religious organizations, and cooperatives are required to provide detailed information about the formation of funds, their expenditure, as well as

29.10.2025, 09:42
In the State Duma, it was proposed to exempt children of Russian-speaking migrants from exams
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In the State Duma, it was proposed to exempt children of Russian-speaking migrants from exams

Illustrative photo A draft law has been presented in the State Duma that proposes to exempt the children of foreign citizens from mandatory testing in the Russian language for school admission if Russian is their native language. This draft law can be found in the electronic database of the Duma at this link. Deputies from the Communist Party of the Russian Federation, Mikhail Matveev, Oleg Mikhailov, and Sergey Obukhov, are the initiators of this document. In the explanatory note to the draft

29.10.2025, 09:39
Sports

"Muras United" achieved their first victory in the AFC Challenge Cup

The team "Muras United" from Jalal-Abad managed to secure their first victory in the group stage of the AFC Challenge Cup. On October 28, as part of the second round of Group C at the Dolon Omurzakov Stadium in Bishkek, they faced the Lebanese club "Al-Safa" and finished the match with a winning score of 2:0. Islam Yunusov opened the scoring in the 17th minute, and Nursultan Toktonaliev sealed the result in stoppage time (90+6 minute).

29.10.2025, 09:39
Economy

In Bishkek, parking for electric scooters may be built

As reported on October 29 by Tilek Sulaymanov, the head of "Yandex Kyrgyzstan," plans are underway to create between 200 and 300 parking spots for electric scooters in Bishkek. He noted that a meeting between representatives of the city administration and scooter-sharing companies took place in mid-October. During the discussions, issues concerning the safety of individual mobility devices on sidewalks were addressed.

29.10.2025, 09:37
The CEC of the Kyrgyz Republic denied Shailoobek Atazov registration as a candidate for the Jogorku Kenesh.
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The CEC of the Kyrgyz Republic denied Shailoobek Atazov registration as a candidate for the Jogorku Kenesh.

At the meeting of the working group held on October 28, 2025, both Atazov and a representative of the Main Department for Crime Investigation of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic were present. Their testimonies were heard. The working group, responsible for the acceptance and verification of documents, established that Atazov does not meet the legislative requirements for candidates for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh and recommended denying his registration.

29.10.2025, 09:26
In Rio de Janeiro, 64 people died during a shootout between police and a gang
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In Rio de Janeiro, 64 people died during a shootout between police and a gang

In this tragic incident, among the victims were four police officers and 60 suspected drug traffickers linked to the local gang "Red Command" (Comando Vermelho, CV). Additionally, three local residents were injured during the shootout. As a result of the operation, described by the authorities of Rio de Janeiro as the largest in the state's history, 81 people were arrested, and weapons and vehicles were seized. Among the detainees is one of the leaders of the "Red

29.10.2025, 09:21
Adylbek Kasymaliev held a meeting with the Vice President of the EBRD
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Adylbek Kasymaliev held a meeting with the Vice President of the EBRD

In Bishkek, a meeting took place between Adylbek Kasymaliev, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic, and Matteo Patrone, the Vice President of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD). The visit was part of Patrone's working tour of the country, the government press service reports. During the meeting, key issues of bilateral cooperation were discussed, as well as opportunities for implementing important projects in areas such as infrastructure,

29.10.2025, 09:15
At the GNS, issues of export and re-export were discussed
Economy / Exclusive

At the GNS, issues of export and re-export were discussed

Kubanychbek Isabekov, Deputy Chairman of the State Tax Service under the Government of the Kyrgyz Republic, held a meeting with business representatives to discuss important aspects of goods export. The event was organized to support exporters and those engaged in re-export within the framework of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU). During the meeting, participants were given recommendations on issues related to crossing borders, preparing accompanying documents, obtaining certificates of

29.10.2025, 08:57